CNC Machinist

About Us

As a family-owned company, it’s the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand.  Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.

With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it is a great time to join the STIHL team!

Why You’ll Love Working at STIHL:

• Competitive pay with multiple bonus opportunities and potential for annual merit increases
• Excellent health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center for employees and eligible family members
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability
• Robust retirement offerings including:
• A fully vested Pension Plan after 5 years
• A 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid time off including Vacation, Sick Time, and 11 Paid Holidays
• A strong culture of stability, community, and innovation 

About You

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set up and operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines, cells, or clusters. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate machine and cell settings, verifying results through computer programs, and applying proper tool selection and usage. This role involves processing workpieces to precise specifications in a production environment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Selects and loads the appropriate program for the work piece being machined.
• Must read and interpret blueprints or related technical data to determine control settings, machining methods and sequences.
• Selects, installs, and adjusts the proper tooling and attachments for the program and cycle being run.
• Inspects the machine and tools for conformance to run specifications and worn or broken parts. Replaces same as required.
• Loads automatic feeding device; may place and secure work piece manually, depending on the equipment.
• Begins operations by starting program and machine; monitors screen and machine operations to detect malfunctions.
• Inspects and measures machined work pieces to verify conformance to close tolerance specifications.
• Uses various mechanical, hand held and electronic measuring devices and coordinate measuring machines.
• Presets machine tools using automatic preset tool.
• Corrects malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions by entering commands or changing specifications in the control. These specifications may include changes to guides, feeds, tool, or other performance factors of the machine. Notifies appropriate personnel to document changes made.
• Replaces worn or broken machine accessories such as cutting tools or abrasives.
• Changes certain program parameters. Notifies Manufacturing Engineering and other appropriate personnel of changes.
• Changes programs for tool wear, and audits programs for changes based on change in machining requirements.
• Maintains machine through cleaning and minor repairs and adjustments such as oiling, adding coolant, etc.
• Assists or trains other department operators as required.
• Follows all defined safety procedures and uses judgement to ensure safe work methods.
• Assumes additional related responsibilities as needed.

Specifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 10+ years of CNC experience or 5 years CNC experience and graduation from certified apprenticeship program preferred.
• 10+ years of machining experience preferred.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer & Microsoft Software knowledge, including Word, Excel & PowerPoint. 
• NC software performance and modification knowledge.